GRMN SPORTS HYBRID Concept II
The GRMN SPORTS HYBRID Concept II is an updated version of a gasoline-electric sports concept shown at Tokyo Auto Salon 2010 and has been developed to embody the enjoyment of automobiles. The vehicle features advanced styling and an improved sports-hybrid AWD system with the main power unit (gasoline engine, rear-wheel drive motors and transmission) located in the middle of the body and a front-wheel drive motor in front—all positioned to improve maneuverability, enhance driving enjoyment and provide enhanced stability. Meanwhile, top-down driving in electric-vehicle mode gives a fresh and exhilarating driving experience.
TMC launched the world's first mass-produced gasoline-electric vehicle in 1997, and has long conducted active research on applying hybrid technologies to racing and sports cars. The GRMN SPORTS HYBRID Concept II is positioned as the next step in the evolution of these efforts.
GRMN SPORTS HYBRID Concept II Details
Engine Type 2GR-FXE
Displacement 3,456 cc
Maximum output 183 kW (249 PS)
System Maximum output 220 kW (299 PS)
Body Length 4,350 mm
Width 1,890 mm
Height 1,200 mm
Wheelbase 2,575 mm
Weight 1,500 kg or less
Vehicle layout Mid-ship with front electric motor
Tires Front 225/40R19
Tires Rear 255/35R19
24 Hours Nürburgring Race Outline
Name 39th ADAC Zurich24h Race 2011
Dates June 23 through 26, 2011 (main competition runs from June 25 through 26)
Venue Nürburgring (Nürburg, Ahrweiler, State of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany)